V-TWIN VERTICAL SHAFT ENGINES

THE ULTIMATE EDGE FOR BLADES

Vanguard® V-Twin vertical shaft engines deliver unmatched power and performance, offering superior torque and horsepower. Their smooth, low-vibration operation ensures greater comfort and extends equipment life. The vertical configuration ensures direct, efficient power transfer to blades and wheels, eliminating the need for complex gears. Built tough for heavy-duty use, they excel in commercial mowers, zero-turn mowers, and compact tractors. With efficient cooling, quiet operation, and excellent fuel efficiency, these engines are perfect for demanding applications.

INNOVATIVE FEATURES

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POPULAR MARKETS & APPLICATIONS

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Commercial Turf

From heavy-duty zero-turn mowers to commercial-grade blowers, Vanguard delivers the power needed to keep turf professionals ahead.

Example applications: Riding mowers

Landscape & Agriculture

Vanguard power solutions deliver rugged reliability to boost productivity on the farm. Designed to maximize uptime, they help farmers cover more acres efficiently, season after season.

Example applications: Riding mowers

Rental 

Easy-starting power with maximum uptime. That's what fleets and customers desire. Vanguard power solutions feature industry-leading innovations, supported by a robust training programf or top-tier service and maintenance.

Example applications: Riding mowers

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AVAILABLE V-TWIN VERTICAL SHAFT ENGINES

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Vanguard 11,9 Gross kW vertical shaft engines

Vanguard® 11,9
Gross kW*

   Displacement  479 (cc) 
   11,9kW OHV Design 
   Durable Design 
   Optional Rewind Start
vanguard 13,4 gross kW vertical shaft engine

Vanguard® 13,4
Gross kW*

   Displacement  570 (cc) 
   13,4kW OHV Design 
   Optional Electronic Fuel Management
   Optional Rewind Start & Oil Cooler 
vanguard 17,2 gross kW vertical shaft engine

Vanguard® 17,2
Gross kW*

   Displacement  627 (cc) 
   17,2kW OHV Design 
   Increased Power Output
   Optional Rewind Start & Cyclonic Air Cleaner
Vanguard 19,4 Gross kW vertical shaft

Vanguard® 19,4
Gross kW*

   Displacement 810 (cc)
   19,4kW OHV Design
   5" Multi-Stage Cyclonic Air Filtration System
   Optional Oil Guard™
Vanguard 20,9 efi gross kW

Vanguard® 20,9 
Gross kW* EFI

   Displacement  810 (cc) 
   20,9kW OHV Design 
   Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) 
   Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
Vanguard 24,6 gross kw  efi etc vertical shaft engines

Vanguard®  24,6
Gross kW* EFI/ETC

   Displacement  933 (cc) 
   24,6kW OHV Design 
   Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) 
   Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
Vanguard 27,6 gross kw efi-etc engine

Vanguard® 27,6
Gross kW* EFI/ETC

   Displacement  933 (cc) 
   27,6kW OHV Design 
   Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) 
   Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
Vanguard  29,9 gross kw efi-etc vertical shaft engine

Vanguard® 29,9
Gross kW* EFI/ETC

   Displacement  933 (cc)
   29,9kW OHV Design 
   Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) 
   Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)

PRODUCT LITERATURE

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* All power levels are stated gross kW at 3'600 rpm per SAE J1940.